Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua eye Madison Square Garden showdown

Negotiations are intensifying for a heavyweight boxing match between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, with Madison Square Garden in New York City emerging as the likely venue for a November 2026 showdown.

Tyson Fury has publicly accused Anthony Joshua of being a “coward” and stalling the deal, claiming he has agreed to all locations proposed without stipulations. However, reports suggest a disagreement exists regarding the venue; while Joshua’s camp reportedly prefers Wembley Stadium in the UK, the Saudi-backed promotional company Sela is pushing for a New York location to leverage a larger American audience via Netflix.

Disputes remain over the financial terms of the revised agreement, specifically regarding Joshua’s net purse and tax implications following the move from Britain to the United States. While Fury’s representative, Frank Warren, asserts that Fury is fully committed and has signed, Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, indicates that a final agreement hinges on the commercial terms for his client.